With the Exposure to an Antigen, a Nurse Explains That

question 3

Multiple Choice

With the exposure to an antigen, a nurse explains that the initiator of the inflammatory response is the presence of histamine.What is responsible for releasing histamine?

• A) Neutrophils
• B) Eosinophils
• C) Basophils
• D) Monocytes

Recognize the importance of environmental factors and community infrastructure in disease prevention.

Understand the historical development of public health initiatives and their impact on community health.

Analyze the role of government and non-governmental organizations in the advancement of public health.

Identify key figures and their contributions to public health and nursing.

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Definitions:

Vasodilation

The widening of blood vessels, which decreases blood pressure and allows for increased blood flow.

Smooth Muscle Relaxation

The process by which smooth muscles (found in the walls of internal organs and blood vessels) relax, leading to dilation of blood vessels and decreased resistance to blood flow.

B cells

A type of white blood cell that produces antibodies to help fight infections.

Immunodeficiency

A state where the immune system's ability to fight infectious disease and cancer is compromised or entirely absent.